How to pick a ripe mango

Soft - but not too softSoftness is the best indicator of ripeness. Select a mango that gives a little when you squeeze gently. If you want the mango to last more than 2 days, select a slightly firmer fruit. If it feels mushy it’s probably overripe

Smells like a mangoThe stronger the aroma of a mango, the stronger the flavour will be. Select fruit that has a distinctive mango aroma.

Not too green The green colour of the skin changes to yellow as the mango softens. When the mango is nearly ripe, most of the skin is yellow or yellow-pink. A little green remaining is OK.

how to cut your mango

STEP 1

Holding the mango length ways, slice down the side of the mango as close to the seed as possible with a sharp knife. Repeat this process on the other side.

STEP 2

Score the flesh of each cheek in a ‘criss-cross’ pattern, taking care not to pierce the mango skin.

STEP 3

Turn each cheek inside out to eat away at the mango cubes or slice off into a salad – or, simply scoop out cubes with a spoon and enjoy!